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J313Senate2025-2026 SessionResolution

Honor Urban League Anniversary

Official title

“Commemorating the 60th Anniversary of the Urban League of Rochester”

Sponsor Samra BroukSD-55+1 co-sponsor
Status
Adopted
Impact
2/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution commemorates the 60th anniversary of the Urban League of Rochester for its service and impact on the community.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the Urban League of Rochester’s crucial role in addressing racial inequities. , economic disparities, and systemic disadvantages in the region—showing how its work directly impacts marginalized communities’ access to opportunity and social mobility.

  2. Recognizes the organization’s historic response to racial unrest. and its ongoing efforts to help people of color combat contemporary injustices, underscoring the importance of institutions that provide continuity in the fight for equality.

  3. Emphasizes the significance of public recognition for community-driven service and advocacy. , suggesting that celebrating such milestones can inspire others and reinforce the value of long-term, grassroots social change efforts.

  4. Affirms the intergenerational impact of the Urban League’s programs and support. , indicating that its influence extends across decades and shapes both individual lives and the broader community fabric.

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Honor Urban League Anniversary

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Samra Brouk

Senator · Senate District 55

Chair, Mental Health

1 Co-sponsor

History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 313 BY: Senator BROUK COMMEMORATING the 60th Anniversary of the Urban League of Rochester WHEREAS, A great state is only as great as those individuals and organizations who perform exemplary service on behalf of their community, whether… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 313 BY: Senator BROUK COMMEMORATING the 60th Anniversary of the Urban League of Rochester WHEREAS, A great state is only as great as those individuals and organizations who perform exemplary service on behalf of their community, whether through unique achievement in professional or other endeavors, or simply through a lifetime of good citizenship; and WHEREAS, It is the privilege of this Legislative Body to commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the Urban League of Rochester; and WHEREAS, The Urban League of Rochester has been a beacon of equity and opportunity in the Rochester community for decades, helping marginalized peoples to attain economic freedom, better health, and quality housing; and WHEREAS, This impactful organization was founded in the aftermath of racial unrest and riots in the community, and has paved the way for people of color to combat similar injustices now and in the near future; and WHEREAS, The Urban League of Rochester has provided transformative growth in an area plagued by racial inequities, economic disparities, systemic disadvantages, allowing African Americans, Latinos, the impoverished, and other marginalized communities to succeed in a place that for so long tried to keep them down; and WHEREAS, Creating lasting and noteworthy change is a cause worth fighting for; the Urban League of Rochester has stood strong in its commitment to ensure that all people of color in the Rochester area have a place dedicated to furthering their equality and opportunities for success since 1965; and WHEREAS, Generations of Rochesterians have been a part of the Urban League family, and many more in the future will utilize their services to learn about the past and build upon the future; and WHEREAS, It is the belief of this Legislative Body that when individuals and organizations of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our attention, it is appropriate to publicly proclaim and commend them for the edification and emulation of others; and WHEREAS, Such service, which is truly the heart of the community and the State, so often goes unrecognized and unheralded; now therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the Urban League of Rochester; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the Urban League of Rochester.

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